Kimo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-mo / ˈkiːmoʊHawaiian; Japanese
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'the sound of the sea'; Japanese: 'to be a man'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kimo is a Hawaiian name often used as a diminutive of James. In Hawaiian culture, names are often derived from nature and carry significant meaning. The name is also found in Japan, where it can be associated with masculinity. Kimo has been used in various contexts, reflecting both cultural heritage and modern influences.
Trend Summary
Kimo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with Hawaiian culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kimos
- Kimoa
International Variants
- Kimo (Japanese)
- Kimo (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Kimo
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Fictional characters named Kimo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kimo was first seen in the United States in 1949. Kimo has ranked as high as #1091 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Kimo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kimo (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |